dirty projectors

The Dirty Projectors. I've literally been staring at my computer screen for the past twenty minutes trying to translate the Dirty Projectors' music into words. It's quite a task, let me tell ya. The band, comprised of ladies Amber Coffman (guitar) and Angel Deradoorian (bass), drummer Brian Mcomber, and fronted by Dave Longstreth, created their latest album Rise Above as a collection of Black Flag songs as 're-imagined from memory'. The result is rather mind-boggling. Don't get confused though.. these are not covers of Black Flag songs. As previously stated, they have been 'reimagined'.. songs inspired by a Black Flag album.

For me, the vocals are what really drive their music. Dave's fluctuating, often grimy, raw vocals are met by the soaring angelic melodies of Amber and Angel, creating beautiful complex layers within each song. The instrumentation that lies beneath is often just as intricate. But before I really try to dissect their music, go ahead and give them a listen for yourself. Go to their Myspace page by clicking here. Or do yourself a real favor and go see them live when they come to a venue near you. I've been lucky enough to catch them live and ...wow. They do not disappoint.

Dirty Projectors on NPR.